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JUI 3136

1997 Mercedes-benz 308 D

Silver Diesel 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

248,274 mi
Last recorded248,274 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2008
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz 308 D167,956 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJUI 3136
MakeMercedes-benz
Model308 D
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2008 248,274 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 247,521 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2007 247,517 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) missing (1.1.A.3a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Offside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 308 D?

Based on 98,454 MOT tests across 12,937 vehicles.

61.3%
Pass Rate
4,756
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
12,937
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 12,708
Brake pipe excessively corroded 8,814
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 5,530
Stop lamp not working 4,929
Registration plate lamp not working 4,900
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JUI 3136 is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 308 D in Silver with a 2,300cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Mercedes-benz 308 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.3% with a typical mileage of 167,956 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 308 D fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 12,708 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JUI 3136, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 308 D typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 29 years old, this Mercedes-benz 308 D is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of JUI 3136?

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What year was JUI 3136 registered?

JUI 3136 is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 308 D, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is JUI 3136 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JUI 3136 shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JUI 3136 have outstanding finance?

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